Sino-Pack/ PACKINNO 2016 Concluded on a High Note

Apr 19, 2016

The largest packaging platform in China composing of the 23rd China International Exhibition on Packaging Machinery & Materials (Sino-Pack 2016) and China (Guangzhou) International Exhibition on Packaging Products 2016 (PACKINNO 2016) concluded on a high note on 4th March at China Import and Export Fair Complex in Guangzhou, PR China. With an expanded show scale and exhibiting area of 42,000 sqm., the shows housed 628 exhibitors from 20 countries and regions, and attracted a total number of 31,079 professional buyers. 

Annual Assembly for International Renowned Exhibitors 

Being the largest shows of its kind in China, Sino-Pack 2016 and PACKINNO 2016 have gained substantial support from renowned exhibitors from China and around the globe. 

Exhibitors specializing in automated packaging machinery include ABB, KUKA, Fanuc, Staubli, Shanghai Triowin, Go-Well, Shengyang Siasun, GSK, Tech-Long, Guangzhou Vanta and Yangsen, while Efort, Adept Technology, and CSi China were first-time exhibitors. They showcased advanced packaging solutions with higher efficiency at lower cost to visitors. Other top-notch suppliers of packaging products and green packaging materials include UNI-PAK, Foshan BSY, Jinyu, Dayuxing, Xinghuida, Weide, Changyuan and Hualong. 

With the rapid development in e-business, a special zone on Logistics Packaging was set up and it attracted renowned exhibitors such as CGP, Hobo Century, Dinglisheng and Zhilixing. The French exhibitor CGP is particularly famous for its handy products that are anti-slip, waterproof, reusable and durable. 

Tremendous Visiting Delegations and Market-Leading End-Users Joined the Event 

The organizer welcomed more than 100 delegations from around the world during the 3-day show period. The shows have gained wide support from Chinese trade associations in Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Foshan, Dongguan, Jiangmen, Huizhou, Zhongshan, Meizhou and Teoann. These associations have diversified business nature such as food, dairy products, beverage, pharmaceuticals, wine & spirits, logistics, electronics & electrical appliances, leather, gold, toys, tea, cosmetics and packaging technology. 

Overseas delegations from Malaysia, Korea, the Philippines, Singapore, Hong Kong, Vietnam and Thailand have also participated in the fairs. They include Thai Beverage Association, Gifts Association (Singapore), Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers and Vietnam Chamber of Commerce & Industry. 

A list of renowned brands and enterprises, including P&G, Coca-Cola, Anway, Wanglaoji, Jiaduobao, HaiTian, Blue Moon and Liby have joined the events as well. 

Ms. Lin, Senior Packaging Process Engineer of P&G, expressed that they were more interested in automated smart packaging, “Although P&G has a complete collection of equipment, we still need to source for equipment operating with less manpower and new packaging materials. This show is a perfect platform to serve our purpose.” 

To enrich visitors’ experience, the organizer has also arranged factory visits for overseas buyers. Buyers could have a more direct and in-depth understanding on the manufacturing process. This is one of the fringe programs gained a lot of compliments from visitors. 

Ms. Uma Ajjimarangsee, Vice President of Thai Packaging Association found the visit insightful. “We would like to thank the organizer for their cooperation with us and all the services they provided while our group was visiting Sino-Pack 2016. From the show, we got many ideas of the big changes in packaging and printing machines, technology of printing process and development of label technology, which feature low cost, improved quality consistency and environmental friendliness. Big thanks for the organizer for such a well-organized arrangement, especially the factory visit. We wish Sino-Pack to have good business in future!” 

Representative from Thai Beverage Association thought that the organizer provided excellent hospitality services to them during this sourcing trip. “We have sufficient time to visit important booths in the exhibition. The organizer also provides a factory visit at Tech-long. One of our members has already bought machine from Tech-Long. We would like to visit Sino-Pack again in 2017.” 

Substantial SupporShow Results Exceeded Expectations of Exhibitors and Visitors 

Mr. Bian of Guangzhou Rongyu Packaging Machinery appraised that the visitor quality was in general better than last year’s. He found this exhibition fruitful to his company as they could meet over 20 interested buyers in the first two days of the exhibition and he would continue to support the show next year. 

Mr. Lau of Guangzhou To-Days Printing Technology had positive comments on the visitor flow and was happy to meet numerous end-users at the fairground. He sold several machines quickly onsite. 

Mr. Jorge Castro Izarra, Gerente de Division of Soluciones Tecnologicas (Peru) thought the show was exceptionally good. “This is my first visit to Sino-Pack 2016 and we found it of very high quality. Some machines are even comparable with that made in Germany. Also, price is reasonable and it is nearly 5 times less than those from the US. I believe that companies from South America should be interested. I have ordered a die-cut machine and a wrapping machine and will definitely visit Sino-Pack again in 2017.” 

Mr. Ing. Aleš Weiner and Ms. Klára Eichierová, Lead Buyer - Packaging & Trading goods and Lead Buyer assistant from PPF Partner in Pet Food CZ s.r.o. (Czech Republic), found the fair rewarding. "This is our first time participating in the fair. We have found a lot of packaging materials suppliers which fit our needs. One of the exhibitors has arranged a factory visit for us on the second day of our visit and we think that it would be an awesome experience to understand more about the operation of a China factory." 

Mr. Benjamin P. Go, Jr., Managing Director from Global Pack Systems & Materials Corporation (Philippines) was really happy with the care he received onsite. "I have visited the fair before and I would like to give the thumbs up to the VIP service this time. The VIP services representatives are really considerate. They held a VIP pick-up signage at the hall entrance to pick me up and explained to me the use of the items that they have prepared for me beforehand, such as free show catalogue coupons, free lunch coupons and suggested exhibitor list." 

Professional Seminars & Events Highlighted Industry Hotspots 

To introduce the most up-to-date market trends and address special demand of the industry players, 10 professional conferences and seminars including “Seminar on How Health Products Packaging Keep up with the Internet Age”, “U.S. Intelligent Packaging Seminar”, “Salon on E-Business Logistics Packaging”, “Seminar on Technological Innovation of Beer Industry 2016”, “2016 Guangdong Packaged Drinking Water Sustainable Development Forum”, “2016 Brand Packaging Security & Innovation in the Internet Plus Era” and “2016 GBDO Creative Design Competition and Environmental Packaging Products Show” were held during the 3-day show period and received positive feedback from enthusiastic visitors. 

See You Again in 2017! 

The irreplaceable printing, packaging and labelling trade platform composed of The 24th China International Exhibition on Packaging Machinery & Materials, 2017 China (Guangzhou) International Exhibition on Packaging Products, The 24th South China International Exhibition on Printing Technology and 2017 China International Exhibition on Label Printing Technology, will be held during 1-3 March 2017 at Area B, China Import and Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, PR China. It is expected to return with record-breaking exhibition space as well as number of exhibitors and visitors. We are looking forward to seeing you again next year! 

For more information, please visit: www.ChinaSinoPack.com | www.PACKINNO.com